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Position reference: 50141748/50141749 - 723011
Directorate: Growth & Sustainability | Service: Environment & Transport
Salary : £24,790 - £25,183
Working Arrangements : Monday to Friday, overtime at weekends possible but not guaranteed.
Hours per week: 37
Contract type: Permanent
See our range of Employee Rewards: www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/jobs/staff-rewards-and-benefits/
Closing date : 18/07/2025 a t 23:59
This post requires an Enhanced DBS Check
If you are currently living overseas or have lived overseas in the last five years please be aware, if you are the preferred candidate for the post, you will be required to apply for an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in. If you experience difficulty in obtaining an overseas criminal record check please email dbs@barnsley.gov.uk
When applying, please ensure you are prepared to start work with all the necessary legal documents, such as a valid visa, relevant to the type of work you will be undertaking. Please be aware that our organisation does not possess a Home Office license and, as a result, is unable to provide sponsorship for anyone seeking a visa as a skilled or temporary migrant worker.
This role is defined as a safety critical role within the Drug & Alcohol Testing Procedure. You must therefore be willing to comply in accordance with this procedure.
Pesions Regulations have provisions to reduce pension payments in certain circumstances of those who return to work within local government service. If you are in receipt of a pension upon commencing employment with the authority, this may affect your pension entitlements and you should therefore seek advice from the relevant Pensions Authority.
At Barnsley Council you can start a career that makes a real difference to people’s lives, helping our council and residents to be the best they can be.
We’re an award-winning council and one of the biggest employers in the borough, supporting around 243,000 people. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our employees. As part of the team, we offer lots of benefits and rewards to support you to thrive and grow, like flexible working, employee discounts, support for your health and wellbeing, and opportunities for training and development to grow your career and develop your skills.
There’s so much happening in our thriving borough, and now’s the perfect time to join our excellent Environment & Transportteam as we work to make Barnsley the place of possibilities.
* We’re an award-winning team and one of the biggest employers in the borough supporting around 243,000 people.
* Working at Barnsley Council means being part of a team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, where you can develop the skills you need to make change happen.
* If you join the team you’ll receive great pay alongside an excellent pension scheme. With flexible working we’ll also support your work/life balance, helping you to adjust your hours and take time off when you need it.
* We’ll help you to develop your career and grow your skills with opportunities for training and development.
* There’s so much happening in our thriving borough and your talent and skills will help us make Barnsley the place of possibilities .
* Key to our success is working with our residents, partners, businesses and organisations and building these partnerships to bring about change in Barnsley.
About The Post
The role of Service delivery assistant involves several key responsibilities and requirements. The responsibilities include performing basic repairs and maintenance on the council's fleet to the required standard, assisting with moving various vehicle types between council and third-party premises, and safely driving and operating council vehicles and equipment following training and safe working practices. The role also involves engaging in physically demanding tasks such as heavy lifting, operating powered tools, and working outdoors in all conditions. Managing your driving licence is essential. Staying informed about policies and procedures affecting service delivery, maintaining accurate electronic and paper-based records, and communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders are also key responsibilities. Additionally, contributing to relevant policy development within the department, adhering to Health & Safety requirements, and performing other duties as requested by management are part of the role.
For education and training, a Level 2 Motor Vehicle Qualification or significant experience is required, along with a Category B Driving Licence. The role also requires a Category C and D1 Driving Licence or willingness to obtain them within 6 months, a Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC) or willingness to obtain it within 6 months, and an IOSH working safely certificate or equivalent.
Relevant experience includes carrying out minor vehicle repairs, professional driving of various vehicles, operating vehicle-related equipment and machinery, working in a physically demanding environment, contributing to policy/procedure formulation, verbal communication with diverse audiences, completing written and electronic records, adhering to vehicle repair standards and legislation, and carrying out basic repairs to vehicles and equipment in line with manufacturer information and guidance.
General and special knowledge required for the role includes Health and Safety in vehicle operation and repair, basic transport industry issues and priorities, Microsoft applications (Outlook, Excel, Word), partnership working practices, and the pressures facing local government.
Skills and abilities needed for the role include strong communication and interpersonal skills, effective workload management and problem-solving, teamwork and partnership collaboration, professional completion of paperwork and electronic data, the ability to relay detailed information verbally, and the capability for lone working without supervision.
Additional requirements include flexibility to meet operational needs and a commitment to training and continuous professional development.
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Please ensure you view the job profile for this role, as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.
We welcome the opportunity to have a chat about the role and are happy to address any questions you may have about flexible working arrangements, including as a result of caring responsibilities.
We're committed to creating a workplace where differences are valued and everyone truly feels able to be themselves. If you have any support needs during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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